EP27 - What Happens When You Trust Yourself w/ Kim Benoy
The Art of Centering
In this episode of the Art of Centering podcast, host Margaret speaks with Kim Benoy, the voice behind the Midlife with Courage podcast. Kim shares her journey from nursing to podcasting, emphasizing the importance of confidence, community, and self-care for women in midlife. They discuss the challenges women face, the significance of building supportive networks, and the transformative power of embracing change. Kim introduces her new program, the Courage and Confidence Circle, aimed at empowering women to find their voices and take action. The conversation also touches on spirituality,...
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EP26 - Guided Meditation w/ Vanessa Bennett
The Art of Centering
Welcome back to the Art of Centering podcast. Today's episode is a short body-based meditation offered by Vanessa Bennett drawn from our recent conversation. This is an invitation to step out of your head and into your body to notice where you're holding tension and where support already exists. Find a comfortable seat, let yourself arrive, and when you're ready, Vanessa will guide you from here.
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EP25 - Depth Psychology, Motherhood, and the Cost of Disconnection w/ Vanessa Bennett
The Art of Centering
In this episode of the Art of Centering podcast, host Margaret Graham speaks with depth therapist Vanessa Bennett about her journey from a career in advertising to depth psychology. They explore the importance of authenticity, the concept of depth psychology and shadow work, and the symptoms of disconnection many people experience. Vanessa discusses her book, The Myth of Motherhood, which addresses the societal pressures surrounding motherhood and relationships. The conversation also delves into mindfulness practices, emphasizing a feminine perspective on spirituality and self-care. In this...
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EP24 - Bonus Guided Meditation w/ Kimberly Brown
The Art of Centering
This is a bonus episode from the conversation with Kimberly Brown from Episode 23. Here Kimberly takes us on a guided meditation. Think of this as a gentle reset, a chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the part of you that already knows how to be steady.
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EP23 - You Were Never Broken: A Conversation with Kimberly Brown
The Art of Centering
In this episode of the Art of Centering podcast, host Margaret Graham speaks with Kimberly Brown, a meditation teacher and counselor, about her journey from psychoanalysis to Buddhism. They discuss the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and emotional healing, emphasizing that true well-being is about reconnecting with our wholeness rather than fixing what's perceived as broken. Kimberly shares her personal experiences with panic attacks and how mindfulness practices have provided her with tools to navigate these challenges. The conversation also touches on the role of spiritual beings in...
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EP22 - What Your Body Really Needs This Season w/ Ellen Butler
The Art of Centering
In this conversation, Ellen Butler discusses the importance of body respect and how it influences her self-care practices. She emphasizes the need to listen to one's body and respond to its signals, particularly in moments of self-doubt or negative body image.
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EP21: The Fall of Light: Art, Grief, and Healing with Haley Floyd
The Art of Centering
In this episode of the Art of Centering podcast, host Margaret Graham speaks with artist and educator Haley Floyd about the intersection of art, grief, and mindfulness. They explore how Haley uses her art as a means of processing her mother's death and the role of creativity in healing. The conversation delves into the importance of being present, the spiritual aspects of artistic expression, and the significance of self-compassion in the creative process. Haley shares her journey of self-discovery through art and encourages listeners to embrace their creativity without fear of judgment....
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EP20 - From Metal to Meaning: Danielle Miller Finds the Silver Lining after Breast Cancer
The Art of Centering
In this episode of the Art of Centering podcast, host Margaret speaks with Danielle Miller, an award-winning jewelry artist and educator. Danielle shares her journey into the world of jewelry making, her transition to teaching, and her personal mission to raise awareness for breast cancer through her event, Bling for Boobs. The conversation highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and early detection in the fight against cancer, as well as the role of art in healing and personal expression.
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EP19 - Unbroken Spirit: My Mom’s Journey Through Breast Cancer and Beyond
The Art of Centering
In this heartfelt episode of The Art of Centering, I sit down with my mom, Kathy Goodson — artist, writer, and breast cancer survivor — to talk about her journey through faith, healing, and creativity. What begins as a conversation about spirituality unfolds into something much deeper: a story of truth-telling, recovery, and the strength it takes to rebuild life after diagnosis. My mom shares how she found her spiritual grounding not in religion, but in the rooms of Al-Anon — where honesty, love, and a higher power of her own understanding changed everything. We also talk about her...
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EP18 - 10 minute meditation for fall change
The Art of Centering
In this conversation, Margaret Graham guides listeners through a mindfulness practice that emphasizes the importance of embracing change and letting go. She draws parallels between the natural transitions of the autumn season and personal growth, encouraging participants to reflect on what they need to release and what intentions they wish to cultivate. The practice culminates in a sense of gratitude for the body and breath, reinforcing the beauty of change and renewal.
info_outlineWelcome back to the Art of Centering podcast. Today's episode is a short body-based meditation offered by Vanessa Bennett drawn from our recent conversation. This is an invitation to step out of your head and into your body to notice where you're holding tension and where support already exists. Find a comfortable seat, let yourself arrive, and when you're ready, Vanessa will guide you from here.